2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 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 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | M6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |