2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II 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. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | DB7 | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 107 L |
