1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 731 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero 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 582 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 867 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero 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 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SSC |
| Model | DB7 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1090 mm |
