2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Noble M14 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Noble M14. (396 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Noble M14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 566 kg more than 2003 Noble M14. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Noble M14. (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Noble M14.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Noble M14 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Noble |
Model | DB9 | M14 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |