2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 4 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 219 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528.
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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 528 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |