2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
