2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
