1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 75 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 2004 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545. 2004 BMW 545 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. 2004 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 BMW 545 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 545 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 245 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 | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |