2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 9 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 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW 1 Series. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 BMW 1 Series. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 1 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 53 L |