2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB7 | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
