2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB7 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 134 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 878 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
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 @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB7 | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 117 L |
