1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
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 1992 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1992 BMW 850 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 850 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 52 L |