1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Golf | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
