2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2008 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2008 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1368 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
