2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Skyline 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 342 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1982 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
