2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 BMW 730. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2000 BMW 730 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 730 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 90 L |