2012 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Opel Omega. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB9 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4709 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
