1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina 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 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 216 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB7 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
