1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 252 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 125 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB7 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 68 L |