2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Equus. (423 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Equus. (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
Model | DB7 | Equus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 77 L |