2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB7 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 210 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |