2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort 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 370 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
