2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1993 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 BMW 325. 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.
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2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1993 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |