1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 11 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 156 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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 2008 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 525 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |