2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
