2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 371 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
| Model | CL | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
