2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | DB7 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 38 L |