2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 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 414 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
| Model | DB9 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
