2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen

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 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 296 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 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 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Aston Martin DB9 1993 Toyota Lexcen
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model DB9 Lexcen
Year Released 2009 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 470 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 601 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2740 mm


 

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