2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1987 Porsche 944

To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 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 285 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 944. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1987 Porsche 944. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Aston Martin DB7 1987 Porsche 944
Make Aston Martin Porsche
Model DB7 944
Year Released 2000 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 2479 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 435 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 89 L 66 L


 

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