2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (340 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
