1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 475 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
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, 1987 Porsche 911 (763 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | 911 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3587 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 763 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2741 mm |
