2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 12 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 292 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | X1 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
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 | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |