1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 12 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 190 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 BMW 328. 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 328 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 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |
