2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1992 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 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 299 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320.
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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1992 BMW 320 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |