2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 138 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
