2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra 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 320 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB7 | Calibra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |