2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 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 106 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |