2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
