Aston Martin DB9 generations
(Turning circle)| Generation year | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| DB9, Model year 2004 (1.Generation) | 0 m |
| DB9, Model year 2012 (1.Generation (1. Facelift)) | 12 m |
Variants
Aston Martin DB9 variants: DB9 Coupé vs. DB9 Volante
(Turning circle)| Variant name | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| DB9 Coupé | 12 m |
| DB9 Volante | 12 m |
The turning circle compared to other Aston Martin models
When you compare the DB9 to other Aston Martin models, it fares reasonably well. The Aston Martin DB12 Coupé squeaks in with a slightly tighter turning circle of 11.70 meters. The Vantage Coupé and Vantage Roadster both come in at 11.80 meters, just that smidge more agile than the DB9. Meanwhile, the likes of the DBS 770 Ultimate Coupé and the DBS Superleggera Coupé are showing off with a 12.40-meter turning circle, which makes the DB9's 12.00 look positively petite by comparison. All in all, the DB9 nests somewhere in the middle of the Aston line when it comes to maneuverability, falling short of the Vantage line but not quite as unwieldy as the DBS models.
Aston Martin DB9 vs other current cars by Aston Martin
(Turning circle)| Variant name | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| DB12 Coupé | 11.7 m |
| Vantage Coupé | 11.8 m |
| Vantage Roadster | 11.8 m |
| DBS 770 Ultimate Coupé | 12.4 m |
| DBS 770 Ultimate Volante | 12.4 m |
| DBS Superleggera Coupé | 12.4 m |
| DBS Superleggera Volante | 12.4 m |
| DBX | 12.4 m |
| DBX707 | 12.4 m |
| DB11 Coupé | 12.4 m |
| DB11 Volante | 12.4 m |
How does the turning circle of the Aston Martin DB9 compare to it's nearest competitors?
Now, let’s bring in the rivals, the other gladiators in the coliseum of turning circles. The Lamborghini Miura and the Lamborghini Jalpa both show up the DB9 with tighter circles of 11.50 and 11.00 meters respectively. Also, the Maserati Karif takes the cake with a remarkable 10.70 meters. Even the stylish Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, at 11.90 meters, makes the DB9's 12.00 meters look a bit lazy. Meanwhile, the classic Ford RS200 is practically doing ballet with a turning circle of 9.60 meters. It’s worth noting, however, that the difference in turning circles can, in part, be attributed to lengths and wheelbases. For example, the Aston Martin DB9 GT, a direct sibling to our primary subject, measures at 4,720 mm in length with a wheelbase of 2,740 mm and matches the DB9 with a turning circle of 12.00 meters. So, while the DB9 might not be the dartiest in tight spots, it certainly tows the line within its segment, maintaining its grace albeit with a bit broader berth.
Aston Martin DB9 vs. similar cars
(Turning circle)| Car model | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo 4C 2014 | 10 m |
| Ferrari 458 2009 | 10.8 m |
| Ferrari 488 2015 | 10.8 m |
| Infiniti Q60 2013 | 11 m |
| ALPINA B4/D4 (4er-Reihe) 2014 | 11.3 m |
| Lexus RC 2016 | 11.4 m |
| Polestar 1 2020 | 11.4 m |
| Lamborghini Huracán 2014 | 11.5 m |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 2014 | 11.5 m |
| Maserati MC20 2021 | 11.8 m |
| Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG 2010 | 11.9 m |
| Aston Martin DB9 GT 2015 | 12 m |
| Bugatti Chiron 2016 | 12 m |
| Aston Martin DB9 2012 | 12 m |
| Honda NSX 2016 | 12.1 m |
| McLaren GT Series 2019 | 12.1 m |
| McLaren Sports Series 2015 | 12.3 m |
| BMW i8 2014 | 12.3 m |
| McLaren Super Series 2014 | 12.3 m |
| Aston Martin DB11 2016 | 12.4 m |
| Lamborghini Aventador 2011 | 12.5 m |
| Lamborghini Centenario 2016 | 12.5 m |
| Lamborghini Veneno 2013 | 12.5 m |
| Lamborghini Reventón 2008 | 12.6 m |
| Aston Martin One-77 2010 | 12.7 m |
