2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 Tata Estate
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 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata Estate 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) has 368 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Tata Estate. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
| Model | DB7 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
