2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
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 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM 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 1 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 990 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB9 | LM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 169 L |
