2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 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 5,932 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 92 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (358 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |