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Aston Martin DB7 Volante 5.9i V12 48V (420 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 542 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 266 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.9i V12 48V (420 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This manual V12 variant provides the same potent performance as its automatic counterpart but with the added engagement and control that enthusiasts crave.
Fuel Economy
With a stated 18.7 l/100 km, fuel economy is a significant running cost, typical for a high-performance V12.
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): | 5.9i V12 48V (420 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| 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 |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 18.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 266 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.5 kg/Hp, 224 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 289.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1875 |
| Max. weight: | 2100 |
| Max load: | 225 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 150 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 82 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4692 mm mm [61mm more] |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1270 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2591 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1524 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1550 mm |
| 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 | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/45 R18; 265/35 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Aston Martin DB7, what would it be?