1993 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Accord | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
