1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Riviera | DB9 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |