1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 750 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 78 L |