2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1989 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1989 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Avanti |
| Model | DB9 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
