1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 1997 Aston Martin DB7 and 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 228 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | DB7 | 146 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |