2002 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
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, both vehicles can yield 600 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 740 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
