2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 323 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB9 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
