1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Applause 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 312 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB7 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 43 L |
