2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2003 MG ZT-T
To start off, both 2003 Aston Martin DB7 and 2003 MG ZT-T were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 248 more horse power than 2003 MG ZT-T. (187 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 MG ZT-T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT-T, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZT-T. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZT-T.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2003 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB7 | ZT-T |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |