2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 5,934 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 135 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
Model | DB7 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |