2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC 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 296 more horse power than 1968 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGC.
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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB9 | MGC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
