1999 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9

To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal 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 273 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. 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, 1999 Buick Regal, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick Regal 2012 Aston Martin DB9
Make Buick Aston Martin
Model Regal DB9
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 470 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4709 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1875 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2746 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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