1959 MG MGA vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | MG | Aston Martin |
Model | MGA | DB9 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2741 mm |