2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 212 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB7 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 96 L |
