2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1994 BMW 840
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 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 153 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1994 BMW 840 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 840 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |