1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 10 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 308 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2006 BMW 530 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. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 530 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |