2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1960 Austin A 90
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1960 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB9 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
