2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (571 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 72 L |
