1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda 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 550 kg more than 2010 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda 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 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pagani |
| Model | DB7 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 759 Nm |
| 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 | 1780 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
