2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 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 48 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 993. (402 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (541 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB7 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
