1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 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 300 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 461 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB7 | Defender |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |