2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Sports, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
| Model | DB9 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 15 L |
