2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 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 214 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | M3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |