2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 194 more horse power than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 110 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 (571 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB7 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
