2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
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 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett 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 387 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1960 MG Magnett. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB9 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
