2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 7 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 88 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 BMW 550. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
