2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century 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 1992 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Toyota Century. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1992 Toyota Century | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB7 | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |