2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 BMW M3. (408 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M3.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1392 mm |
