1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 7 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 224 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB7 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 95 L |
