2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin DB7 and 2008 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 243 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |