2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 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 14 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (400 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB7 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |