1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Avanti |
| Model | DB7 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
