2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 299 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin DB7. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |
