2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1983 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1983 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
