2001 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 BMW M3. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (502 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | M3 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
