2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin DB7 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (322 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 522 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB7.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | DB7 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 100 L |
