2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan 350Z | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
Model | 350Z | DB9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
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 | 306 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |