2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 2007 Maybach 57 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. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maybach |
Model | DB7 | 57 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 110 L |