2008 BMW 130 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 130 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 130 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
