2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1964 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 ZAZ Jalta 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 417 more horse power than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. 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 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1964 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZAZ |
| Model | DB9 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
