2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
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 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 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 413 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
| Model | DB9 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
