2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 385 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB9 | Record |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
