2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |
