2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 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 151 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB9 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 92 L |