2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1982 Buick Estate
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2001 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1982 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB7 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 6596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
