1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 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 346 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade, 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 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB7 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 36 L |
