1991 Acura Legend vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | Legend | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 451 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
