2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB9 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 124 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB9 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |