1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB7 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |
