2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB7 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 229 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
