2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 12 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 208 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (556 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB7 | Rapide |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |