2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 BMW 740
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 BMW 740 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 740 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5930 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 410 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |