1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite 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 324 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1973 Triumph Dolomite has manual transmission. 1973 Triumph Dolomite 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:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB7 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
