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Aston Martin DB7 Zagato 5.9 V12 (441 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)
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) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 441 Hp V12, paired with an automatic transmission, provides smooth yet potent acceleration, making it ideal for comfortable grand touring with less driver input.
Fuel Economy
Similar to its higher-output sibling, this V12 automatic variant will have significant fuel consumption, prioritizing power and luxury over efficiency.
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) Automatic |
| 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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