2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 BMW 840
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 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 162 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 BMW 840. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 BMW 840 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 840 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |