2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2002 Vector M12
To start off, 2002 Vector M12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Aston Martin DB7. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 2002 Vector M12 (576 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Aston Martin DB7. (556 Nm). This means 2002 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 2002 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Vector |
| Model | DB7 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
