1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 14 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 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | TT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
