2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
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) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB7 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
