2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 11 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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Smart ForTwo 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. 2012 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Smart |
| Model | DB7 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
