2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (465 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. (600 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Corvette | DB9 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6258 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 465 HP | 470 HP |
Torque | 705 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |