1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 13 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 866 kg more than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. 2010 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
| Model | DB7 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2885 mm |
