2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
