1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | Lagonda | DB9 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |