2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (465 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (571 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DBS | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 465 HP |
Torque | 571 Nm | 705 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |