2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 BMW 650
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin DB9 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 90 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 650. 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (490 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 BMW 650 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 650 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5930 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |