Especificaciones y análisis del Aston Martin DB9
Power
476HP
Torque
600Nm
Consumption
15.6l/100
Emissions
368g/km
0-100 km/h
4.8s
Top Speed
306km/h
Weight
1875kg
Price
210,877€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
RWD
4 / 2 doors
172 L
80 L
350 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Aston Martin DB9 Volante Touchtronic II · 476 CV (2008-2010)
General description
The Aston Martin DB9 Volante is the embodiment of the British grand tourer, a symphony of elegance, power, and open-top freedom. This version, equipped with the Touchtronic II transmission, represents a high point in the brand's history, combining traditional craftsmanship with skin-tingling performance. It's more than a car; it's a statement of intent, an object of desire that promises unforgettable driving experiences.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the DB9 Volante is to begin a sensory ritual. The roar of the V12 on startup is a promise of power fulfilled with forceful, linear acceleration, capable of pinning you to the seat as the landscape blurs. With the top down, the wind and the mechanical melody of its 476 horsepower merge into a visceral experience. It is not a radical sports car, but a superb Grand Tourer, which devours miles with an enchanting composure and poise, making every journey a special occasion.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the DB9 is a timeless work of art. Its fluid and muscular lines evoke a sense of movement even when stationary. The silhouette of the Volante, with its perfectly integrated canvas top, is pure British elegance. Every curve, every detail, from the iconic front grille to the sculpted rear, has been designed to seduce. The interior is a sanctuary of luxury, where hand-stitched leather and aluminum details create an atmosphere of exclusivity and warmth that embraces you.
Technology and features
Although its charm lies in the classic, the DB9 Volante did not skimp on advanced engineering for its time. Its extruded and bonded aluminum 'VH' structure gave it remarkable rigidity and lightness for a convertible of its size. The heart is the majestic 5.9-liter V12, an engineering gem. The 6-speed Touchtronic II automatic gearbox allowed for relaxed driving or more involved manual control, while the adaptive suspension sought the perfect balance between comfort and sportiness.
Competition
In the exclusive Olympus of grand touring convertibles, the DB9 Volante measured up against titans like the Ferrari California, which offered a more sporty and technological approach, and the Bentley Continental GTC, which opted for more opulent luxury and a heavier weight. It also competed with the Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG, a German rival that combined colossal brute force with highly advanced technological sophistication.
Conclusion
The Aston Martin DB9 Volante is a purely emotional choice. It is not the fastest, nor the most technologically advanced of its generation, but few cars can match its beauty, its charisma, and the soundtrack of its V12. It is the quintessence of the convertible Grand Tourer, a car to be enjoyed unhurriedly, to feel the journey as part of the destination. An automotive gem that ages with exceptional grace, destined to become a timeless classic.