1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 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 2013 Chrysler 300. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | DB7 | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 72 L |