1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Silverado | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2745 mm |
