2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
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 DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DBS | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
