2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1957 BMW 501
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1957 BMW 501. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1957 BMW 501 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 501 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |