1985 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 28 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 680 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cobra | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
