1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1979 Buick Century
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 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB7 | Century |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
