2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528.
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 DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1996 BMW 528 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DBS | 528 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |