2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2000 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Aston Martin DB9. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Vector M12.
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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB9. (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2000 Vector M12 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vector |
Model | DB9 | M12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |