2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 327 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar. 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 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB9 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |