1999 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Aceca | DB7 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |