2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DBS 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 DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, 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 DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DBS | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
