2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
