2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1996 BMW 545
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1996 BMW 545. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 545. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1996 BMW 545 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 545 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |