2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
