2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1960 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 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 245 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB9 | DB4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
