2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (302 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 670 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
Model | DB7 | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 108 L |