1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 12 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 116 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1997 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
