1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 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 208 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 525 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 185 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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |