2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 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 203 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB9 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
