2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
