1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 3 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 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 101 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
Model | DB7 | 7 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |