1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
Model | A 70 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |