2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
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 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (571 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
