2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 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 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (284 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2001 BMW 745. 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 (556 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (390 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2001 BMW 745 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 745 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |