2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB9 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
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 | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 105 L |