2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 360. (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 360 | DB9 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |