1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound 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 347 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Greyhound | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
