2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
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 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB9 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
