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Aston Martin DB7 Volante 5.9 V12 (426 Hp)
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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)
Volante Overview:
Aston Martin DB7 (Volante). With 540 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1875 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 convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.9 V12 (426 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Identical to the automatic variant in raw power, this manual V12 offers a more engaging and driver-focused experience, allowing for greater control over the immense power.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy remains very poor, though potentially marginally better than the automatic in specific driving conditions due to direct control.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning, timeless design and elegant proportions
- • Luxurious and well-appointed interior
- • Powerful and sonorous V12 engine options
- • Excellent grand touring capabilities
- • Exclusivity and strong brand prestige
Cons:
- • High running costs, especially fuel and maintenance
- • Older technology in some areas (e.g., infotainment, safety)
- • Reliability can be a concern with complex older luxury cars
- • Limited rear passenger space
- • Lack of modern safety features and crash test data
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Volante: 1996 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
| Model: | DB7 |
| Generation: | Volante |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.9 V12 (426 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 426 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 71.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 540 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 5935 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 11 l |
| Coolant: | 14.35 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 298 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.4 kg/Hp, 227.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 288 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1875 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4666 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1260 mm mm [8mm less] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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