2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, both 2004 Aston Martin DB7 and 2004 MG ZS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 314 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 783 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. 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, 2004 MG ZS, 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 MG ZS | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB7 | ZS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |