2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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 271 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 51 L |