2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 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 124 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 332 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 65 L |
