1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Fairlane | DB9 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |