2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | F40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 74 L |
