2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra 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 276 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. 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, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB9 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
