2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 4 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1166 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maybach |
Model | DB9 | 62 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |