2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 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 346 more horse power than 1977 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1977 Triumph TR7. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB7 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |
