1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
| Model | LeSabre | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
