2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 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 329 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
