2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1999 BMW Z8
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 Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8. 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 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1999 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | Z8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 73 L |