2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB7 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
