2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
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 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 352 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB9 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
