1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9

To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Skoda 1200 2010 Aston Martin DB9
Make Skoda Aston Martin
Model 1200 DB9
Year Released 1961 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1219 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 470 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4712 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 80 L


 

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