2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC 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 273 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC.
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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
| Model | DB7 | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
