2007 Maserati GranSport 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 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GranSport 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GranSport | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Maserati | Aston Martin |
| Model | GranSport | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
