2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1993 Rover 200
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 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 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 217 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
