2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Reliant Scimitar 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 347 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 942 kg more than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
Model | DB9 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |