2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1993 Rover 200
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 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 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 384 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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 (601 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB9 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
