1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 BMW 840. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 840 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |