2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1974 Buick Centurion
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1974 Buick Centurion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB7 | Centurion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
