1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP) has 384 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
Model | A 60 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 78 L |