2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 9 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, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 BMW M6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | M6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |