2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 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 305 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB7 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 66 L |
