2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,932 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 223 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. 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 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB7 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
