2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
