1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 5 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe. 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) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | DB7 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 88 L |
