2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2002 TVR T 350
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 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2002 TVR T 350. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350. 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | DB9 | T 350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |