1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1975 BMW 315
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1975 BMW 315 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 315 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
