2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 144 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB7 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
