2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB7 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 38 L |
