2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 BMW 325
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 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 321 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |