1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 112 kg more than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
