2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 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 195 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 298 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |