2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin DB9 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 234 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325.
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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
