2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 BMW 628
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 628 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
