2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1996 BMW M3. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1996 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |