2008 BMW 760 vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 BMW 760. (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 760 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 760 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |