1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 15 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 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 (488 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
