2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 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 390 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo 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. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Smart |
Model | DB7 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 96 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 33 L |