1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Triumph Vitesse | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Triumph | Aston Martin |
Model | Vitesse | DB9 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 78 L |