2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 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 5,934 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 153 more horse power than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | DB7 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |