1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 16 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. 2013 BMW M6 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. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2851 mm |
