1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB7 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |