1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
| Model | Monaro | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
