1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 Holden Statesman. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
| Model | Statesman | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
