2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
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 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator 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 242 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB9 | Senator |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |