2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | DB9 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
