1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 149 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 73 L |
