2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 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 293 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB7 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |
