2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
