2006 Ford GT vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | GT | DB9 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |