1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 196 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
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1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
Model | DB7 | Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |