2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1966 Seat 600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | DB9 | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |