1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 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 185 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 76 L |
