1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 272 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB7 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |