1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | 911 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
