2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,934 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 24 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 360. (420 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360. 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB9 | 360 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 95 L |