2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1998 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 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 270 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (240 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3.
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) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1998 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DBS | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
