1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Deauville 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 124 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | DB7 | Deauville |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |