2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 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 122 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | M3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |