2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1992 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1992 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB9 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
