1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 615 kg more than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | DB7 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |
