2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (386 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 115 L |
