2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
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 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini LM 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB9 | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 169 L |
