1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1980 BMW 628
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 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 150 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1980 BMW 628 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 628 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |