1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
