1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 50 L |
