2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 2 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | DB7 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
