1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Coupe | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
