2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 289 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB7 | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 444 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |