2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 8 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 194 more horse power than 2012 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 330.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 330. (540 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5930 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |