2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 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 247 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
