2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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 V12 (542 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V12 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
