2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta 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 249 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta 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, 1990 Lancia Delta 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB9 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
