2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 4 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 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | DB9 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5930 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |