2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
| Model | DB9 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 36 L |
