2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | DB9 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
