1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Marcos 1600 | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Marcos | Aston Martin |
Model | 1600 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1652 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2741 mm |