1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore 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 249 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB7 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |