2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB7 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 215 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |