BMW M3 CSL vs Aston Martin DB7 GT
| Category | Aston Martin DB7 GT | BMW M3 CSL (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 6.0 l V12 | 3.2 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 435 / 429 | 360 / 355 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 556 / 410 | 370 / 273 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1780 / 3924 | 1409 / 3106 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 244 / 241 | 255 / 252 |
Lap Times
| Track | Aston Martin DB7 GT | BMW M3 CSL (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:23.00 | 7:50.00 |
| Hockenheim Short | 1:19.00 | 1:13.50 |
Performance
| Category | Aston Martin DB7 GT | BMW M3 CSL (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.0 s | 4.8 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 16.2 s | 16.7 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 11.2 s | 12.2 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 10.4 s | 10.8 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.2 s @ 93.8 mph | 9.2 s @ 93.2 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.1 s | 13.0 s |
| Top speed | 298 kph (185 mph) | 269 kph (167 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.62 g (6 m/s²) | 0.64 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | Aston Martin DB7 GT | BMW M3 CSL (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 81 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 100 | 92 |
| Overall | 91 | 100 |
Verdict
M3 CSL is the fastest by considerable margin.
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