1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 220 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, both vehicles can yield 490 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1996 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1997 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1945 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 |
