2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daimler |
| Model | DB9 | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
