1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 11 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 116 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 325 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |