2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 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 5,935 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 194 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 2011 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB9 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
