2008 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 328 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
