2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB7 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |