2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1995 Rover MGF
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 Rover MGF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover MGF 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 305 more horse power than 1995 Rover MGF. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover MGF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1995 Rover MGF. 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) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover MGF. (236 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover MGF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB9 | MGF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
