2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 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 344 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB9 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
