2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 352 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB9 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
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 | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |