1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Riviera | DB9 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |