1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant 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 282 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB7 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
