2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 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. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1025 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 Maybach 62 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 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 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maybach |
Model | DB9 | 62 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |