1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
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 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 314 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
Model | DB7 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |