1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 317 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
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 GMC Acadia, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB7 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 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 | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 83 L |
