2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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 150 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
