2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 360 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
