2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,934 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 262 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.9 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 | 1890 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |