2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1993 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman 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 212 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 Holden Statesman. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Statesman. 1993 Holden Statesman 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. 1993 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1993 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB7 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
