2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 10 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 220 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |