2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Maserati | Aston Martin |
| Model | Coupe | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
