2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata E would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2002 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Tata E. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2002 Tata E | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
| Model | DB9 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
