1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1994 BMW 854
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1994 BMW 854. (323 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 854. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 1997 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1994 BMW 854 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 854 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 323 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 490 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |