1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 5 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), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 120 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
| Model | DB7 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 383 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
