2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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 DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DBS | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |