1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird 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 240 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Thunderbird | DB9 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2745 mm |