2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 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 427 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | DB9 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |