1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1987 BMW 750. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1987 BMW 750 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 750 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 120 L |