2009 Audi TT vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 665 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | TT | DBS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
