2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9

To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Aston Martin DB9 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo GT 2006 Aston Martin DB9
Make Alfa Romeo Aston Martin
Model GT DB9
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3177 cc 5935 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 570 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 243 km/hour 295 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 5.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 16.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 85 L


 

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