2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 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 243 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1999 BMW 318 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 318 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 355 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |