2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
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 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane 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 167 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB7 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |
