2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB9 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
