2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 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 144 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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 (443 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 337 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |