2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT 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 85 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GT. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT. 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 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT. 2007 Maserati GT 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. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB9 | GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |