1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 9 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB7 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
