2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. Both 2007 Aston Martin DB9 and 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish are equipped with a 5,935 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 246 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB9 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 521 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 577 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
