2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental 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 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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 (556 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental. 1995 Lincoln Continental 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. 1995 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | DB7 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
