1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Aston Martin DB7 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 14 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | Pickster |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |