2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
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 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora 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 300 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | DB7 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 40 L |
