2007 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A8 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
