1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Aston Martin |
Model | Ninety-Eight | DB9 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |