1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 16 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 165 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 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB7 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2914 mm |
