2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1982 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti 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 291 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Avanti Avanti. 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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1982 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Aston Martin | Avanti |
Model | DB7 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |