2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Brera | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 5935 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
