2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1991 BMW M12
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1991 BMW M12 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
