2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
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 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 175 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB9 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 602 Nm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |