2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
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 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz AIV 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz AIV. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Aston Martin | Panoz |
Model | DB9 | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |