1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 846 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Giulietta | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 78 L |
