2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323.
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 (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DBS | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
