2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB7 | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |