1965 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Vauxhall Velox | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Aston Martin |
| Model | Velox | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2741 mm |
