2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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 134 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB7 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |