2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 100 more horse power than 2002 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | DB9 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
