2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Florian 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 317 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 1981 Isuzu Florian 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. 1981 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | DB7 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
