1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Spider | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
