2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Noble M12 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 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Noble M12. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 Noble M12. 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 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Noble M12. (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Noble |
Model | DB9 | M12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |