2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 330 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 260 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
