1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 58 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | Convertible |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |