2006 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 325 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5900 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
