1962 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 919 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Aceca | DB9 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |