1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 950 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Avanti |
| Model | DB7 | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3410 mm |
