1999 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 BMW 320. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 320 | DBS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 78 L |