2008 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Aston Martin |
| Model | M | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
