2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Chevrolet SS
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 SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SS. (430 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS. 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 (601 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SS. (583 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
