As an exotic sports car, the Aston Martin DB9 2011 is up against hard-hitting competitors like the Lamborghini Gallardo and Ferrari California. The Aston Martin DB9 2011 holds its ground because it offers one thing the Gallardo and California don’t, a fine-tuned suspension, which creates a calm ride that’s great for long trips.
If you’re looking for something more dominant than the Aston Martin DB9 2011, there are plenty of options. It comes standard with a 4.0-liter V8 engine, which is smaller and produces less horsepower than the DB9. For 2011, the Aston Martin DB9 gets a very mild refresh to the front and rear styling -- you'll need side-by-side photos to tell the difference. In the here and now, the 2011 Aston Martin DB9 has more to worry about than its place in a future museum. The DB9 brings to the table the same lightweight yet structurally rigid all-aluminum platform that underpins every Aston Martin. We give the Aston Martin DB9 2011 our whole-hearted enthusiastic approval, but with a significant caveat.