2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 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 128 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | TL | DB7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 89 L |
