2012 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2012 Aston Martin DB9 and 2012 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 331 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Aston Martin DB9 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB9 | Astra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4709 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |