1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 6 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 242 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
Model | DB7 | TS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |