1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 17 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1996 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB7 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 91 L |
