2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 BMW 760
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW 760. (440 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 395 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
