2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 510 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB9 | DBS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |