2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L 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 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1985 Skoda L | |
Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
Model | DB9 | L |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |