Aston Martin DB7 vs BMW Z8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 BMW Z8
Overview
| Spec | Aston Martin DB7Vantage | BMW Z8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Vantage | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Aston Martin DB7Vantage | BMW Z8Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $141,800 | $131,500 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Aston Martin DB7Vantage | BMW Z8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 12 MPG | 15 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 10 MPG | 12 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 17 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 23.5 gal (best) | 19.3 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Aston Martin DB7Vantage | BMW Z8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 420 hp (best) | 394 hp |
| Torque | 400 lb-ft (best) | 368 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.9 L (best) | 4.9 L |
| Cylinders | V12 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Aston Martin DB7Vantage | BMW Z8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 6 cu ft (best) | 5.1 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,922 lbs | 3,495 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102 in (best) | 98.6 in |
| Length | 184.7 in (best) | 173.2 in |
| Width | 72 in | 72 in |
| Height | 48.9 in | 51.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Aston Martin DB7Vantage | BMW Z8Base |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Aston Martin DB7 | BMW Z8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vantage $141,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $131,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Vantage $151,800 MSRP | — |
| 3 | GT $156,300 MSRP | — |
| 4 | GTA $156,300 MSRP | — |
Aston Martin DB7 vs BMW Z8 FAQ
- Which is better: 2003 Aston Martin DB7 or 2003 BMW Z8?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs 2003 BMW Z8 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2003 Aston Martin DB7 or 2003 BMW Z8?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2003 BMW Z8 starts lower at $131,500.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2003 Aston Martin DB7 or 2003 BMW Z8?
- The 2003 BMW Z8 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (131,500).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2003 Aston Martin DB7 or 2003 BMW Z8?
- The 2003 BMW Z8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (15).
- Which has better horsepower: 2003 Aston Martin DB7 or 2003 BMW Z8?
- The 2003 Aston Martin DB7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (435).
- Which has better seats: 2003 Aston Martin DB7 or 2003 BMW Z8?
- The 2003 Aston Martin DB7 leads on seats in this comparison (4).