2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
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 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. 1982 Reliant Scimitar 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 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
| Model | DB7 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
