1985 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Cobra | DB9 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 557 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |