1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 10 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 204 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 118 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |