2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
| Model | DB9 | T700 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
