1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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 3,238 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 71 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |
