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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |