DB9 v 456GTA......anyone had the same conumdrum?

[Eamonn64]

Anyone found themselves in a similar conundrum? Having driven both for short periods, my heart is pulling me to the 456. Sensual, understated looks with bags of power and an exhaust note which makes you shiver and giggle simultaneously. the DB9 is iconic, given its appearance and pedigree, is hand built though lacks rear space and a certain 'something' I really cant explain. Sory...!

Cost of ownership sways me towards the "9" although I recognise it's not exactly cheap to own....though I'm used to £1-2kpa costs. The 456 going pop however raises the bar to levels potentially beyond reason.

So putting aside boring matters such as the cost to run, depreciation (as both are near the bottom of the curve in my uneducated view), and assuming a budget of £30-35k....which I realise is bucket scrapping for a "9", has anyone else found themselves deciding between these two fine machines?

Experiences, thought processes, decisions taken and why appreciated..! I have posted this also on the 'Fezza' folder if only to balance up opinion. The rear space is quite important though not a complete deal breaker.

Thanks.