1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Sierra | DB9 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |