2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. 2013 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB7 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 78 L |
