2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 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 169 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB9 | 348 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |