2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,935 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 54 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB9 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |