1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Skoda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Octavia | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
