2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Altezza | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
Model | Altezza | DB9 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |