2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 344 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Caterham Beaulieu has manual transmission. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 | 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
| Model | DB7 | Beaulieu |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 36 L |
