1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 2 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 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 191 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1998 BMW 318 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. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1893 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |
