2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. 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 (556 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | DB7 | 5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |