2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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 114 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2010 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |
