2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 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 239 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |