2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, both 2004 Aston Martin DB9 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DB9 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
