1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 324 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | 1750 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 5934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |