1969 AMC AMX vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX. 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | AMX | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
