1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 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 22 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 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 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 519 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
