1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 10 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 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 | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
