1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Corvette | DB9 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2746 mm |