1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar, 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Telstar | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
