1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 582 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB7 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
