2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche RGT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche RGT 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) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Porsche RGT. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche RGT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT. 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB7 | RGT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
