2006 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 740 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 740 | DBS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |