2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 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 444 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB9 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
