1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 614 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB7 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 6995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 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 | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |