1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 55 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
