2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 131 more horse power than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (379 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB9 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4280 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 379 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
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 | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 77 L |