2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1989 Skoda L
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 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L 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 386 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1989 Skoda L | |
Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
Model | DB9 | L |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |