2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB7 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |