1984 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | 90 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
