2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture 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 231 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
