2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 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 118 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB7 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
