2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1993 BMW 325
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1993 BMW 325. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1993 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
