1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang 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 361 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Mustang | DB9 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |