1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. 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 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB7 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
