2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 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 74 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
