2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort 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 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB9 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
