2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane 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 338 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB9 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
