1998 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | NSX | DB7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |