2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 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 177 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DBS | M3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
