2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera 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) has 94 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | DB9 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 571 Nm | 452 Nm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 236 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 Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |