Aston Martin DB9 vs Aston Martin V12 Vantage
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
Overview
| Spec | Aston Martin DB9Base | Aston Martin V12 VantageBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Aston Martin DB9Base | Aston Martin V12 VantageBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $198,250 | $186,195 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Aston Martin DB9Base | Aston Martin V12 VantageBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| City MPG | 13 MPG (best) | 12 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 20.6 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Aston Martin DB9Base | Aston Martin V12 VantageBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 540 hp | 563 hp (best) |
| Torque | 457 lb-ft | 457 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.9 L | 5.9 L |
| Cylinders | V12 | V12 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Aston Martin DB9Base | Aston Martin V12 VantageBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 5 cu ft | 10.6 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,935 lbs | 3,671 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 185.8 in (best) | 172.6 in |
| Width | — | 73.4 in (best) |
| Height | 50.5 in (best) | 49.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Aston Martin DB9Base | Aston Martin V12 VantageBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Aston Martin DB9 | Aston Martin V12 Vantage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $198,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $186,195 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Volante $213,250 MSRP | Base $197,395 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Roadster $200,695 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Roadster $211,895 MSRP |