2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche

To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. (325 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.

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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Aston Martin DB9 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
Make Aston Martin Rolls-Royce
Model DB9 Corniche
Year Released 2009 1999
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 470 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 601 Nm 738 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 104.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 99.1 mm
Top Speed 265 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.1 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 2735 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5410 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 100 L


 

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