2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | DB9 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
