2007 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 120 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |