2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 8 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 220 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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 (571 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |
