2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1989 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada 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 319 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1989 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 116 L |
