1998 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 730 | DBS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |