2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny 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 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB7 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
