1994 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 24 kg more than 1994 BMW M5. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | M5 | DBS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |