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Aston Martin DB7 Vantage 5.9i V12 48V (420 Hp) Automatic
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Aston Martin DB7:
The Aston Martin DB7 is a car that was produced by British luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin from September 1994 to December 2004. It was designed by Ian Callum and Keith Helfet as a grand tourer in coupé and convertible bodystyles. The prototype was complete by November 1992 and debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1993. The six-cylinder DB7 was positioned as an "entry-level" model below the hand-built V8 Virage introduced a few years earlier. At the time, the DB7 was the most-produced Aston Martin automobile in the company’s history, with more than 7,000 built before it was replaced by the DB9 in 2004....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Vantage Overview:
Aston Martin DB7 (Vantage). With 542 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1780 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5 s). The top speed reaches 298 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.9i V12 48V (420 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A slightly earlier or market-specific tune of the V12, still delivering robust and refined performance, perfect for luxurious long-distance cruising with its automatic gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Expect very low fuel efficiency, consistent with a large V12 engine from this era, making it expensive to fuel.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic and powerful V12 engine with a distinctive sound
- • Timeless and elegant British design
- • Excellent grand touring capabilities and luxurious interior
- • Exclusivity and growing collector appeal
- • Engaging driving experience, especially with manual gearbox
Cons:
- • Very high running costs, particularly fuel and maintenance
- • Dated infotainment and technology compared to modern cars
- • Limited practicality with only two doors and small rear seats
- • Potential for complex electrical issues as it ages
- • Heavy depreciation in earlier years, though now stabilizing
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Volante: 1996 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
| Model: | DB7 |
| Generation: | Vantage |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.9i V12 48V (420 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 420 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 70.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 542 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 5935 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 11 l |
| Coolant: | 14.35 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 20 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 298 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.2 kg/Hp, 236 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.3 kg/Nm, 304.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1780 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 180 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 89 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4666 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1240 mm mm [28mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2590 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1540 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/40 R18; 265/35 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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