2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 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 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB9 | 2300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |