2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2002 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 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 | 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB9 | DB7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 571 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 89 L |