2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | 599 GTB Fiorano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 105 L |
