2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1999 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 BMW M5. (401 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 BMW M5. 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (443 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1999 BMW M5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | M5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 499 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |