2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 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 5,934 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 287 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |