2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 330 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
