2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB9 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
