2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin DB7 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 199 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |