2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB9 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 235 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |
