1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
