2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2004 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 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 6,254 cc (18 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 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, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bugatti |
| Model | DB7 | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 100 L |
