1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1972 BMW 520
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1972 BMW 520 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 520 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 66 mm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |