2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo 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 325 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 958 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo, 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
