2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea 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 358 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DBS | Marea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
