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Aston Martin DB7 Zagato 5.9 V12 (441 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)
Zagato Overview:
Aston Martin DB7 (Zagato). With 556 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1740 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 306 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.
5.9 V12 (441 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offering a purer driving experience with its manual transmission, this 441 Hp V12 provides engaging performance, allowing the driver to fully exploit the engine's power band.
Fuel Economy
Fuel efficiency remains a secondary concern for this powerful V12, with consumption figures reflecting its high-performance nature rather than economy.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exquisite Zagato styling and exclusivity
- • Powerful and sonorous V12 engine
- • Luxurious and handcrafted interior
- • Strong collector's appeal and potential appreciation
Cons:
- • Very high purchase price and running costs
- • Limited practicality and rear visibility
- • Maintenance can be expensive and specialized
- • Dated infotainment and technology compared to modern cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(AR1: 2002 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
| Model: | DB7 |
| Generation: | Zagato |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.9 V12 (441 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 441 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 74.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 556 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) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 306 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.9 kg/Hp, 253.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.1 kg/Nm, 319.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1740 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4481 mm mm [185mm less] |
| Width: | 1861 mm mm [31mm more] |
| Height: | 1244 mm mm [6mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2531 mm mm [60mm less] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.9 m [above average] |
| 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 |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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