2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 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 48 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 993. (402 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB9 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
