2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Spyker C8. (395 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Spyker C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8. 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Spyker C8. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Spyker C8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Spyker |
Model | DB9 | C8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |