2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2494 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 | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |