1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
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 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant 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 333 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB7 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
