2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
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 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina 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 149 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB9 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
