1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1997 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1997 Aston Martin DB7 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 145 | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
