2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord 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 360 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Aston Martin DB9 1998 Honda Accord
Make Aston Martin Honda
Model DB9 Accord
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5933 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 510 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 60 L


 

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