2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 273 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
