2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 389 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
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 (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DBS | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
