2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1994 BMW 840
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 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 168 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1994 BMW 840 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 840 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |