2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 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 194 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB7 | 968 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 74 L |