2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Honda SSM
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda SSM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda SSM would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda SSM. (286 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda SSM.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 Honda SSM | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB9 | SSM |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 570 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |