Although true to its A-M heritage the DB7's 6-cylinder engine didn't sound exotic enough, either audibly or for all-important bragging purposes. What's more it no longer met stringent 1999 California emissions laws, its strongest market. Therefore there was no 1999 DB7 model imported to either the U.S. or Canada, leaving North American customers queuing up for the all-new 420-hp V12 powered Vantage that would arrive as a 2000 model.
If you're fortunate enough to drive, let alone own, one of these masterful creations then you are in rare company. Only 1,506 coupes and 835 convertibles were produced from 1993 until 1999. The first generation DB7 will remain as one of the world's great sporting GTs, truly worthy its illustrious Aston Martin badge.
Specifications:
- Price: N/A
- Body Type: 2-door coupe, 2-door convertible
- Layout: Front engine, RWD
- Base Engine: 335 hp, 361 lb-ft, 3.2-L, 24-valve, DOHC supercharged I-6
- Transmission: 6-spd man (opt 5-spd auto)
- Performance (0 - 60 mph):5.7 seconds (coupe)
- Brakes (front/rear):disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: 1,775 - 1,900 kg (3,913 - 4,189 lb)
- Direct Competitors:Ferrari F355/550, Jaguar XK, Lexus SC 400, Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, Porsche 911/Turbo
