1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1999 Aston Martin DB7 and 1999 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1999 Opel Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. 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, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB7 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
