2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom
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 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (455 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 735 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | DB9 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
