2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 335 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
