2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB9 | Maranello |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 105 L |