1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
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 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator 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 244 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB7 | Senator |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |