1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | M6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 500 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 520 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |