2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 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 190 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
