2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro 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 264 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
