2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 9 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (571 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB7 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 90 L |
