1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore 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 348 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
| Model | Commodore | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
