2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB9 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |
