2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1971 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark 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 300 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 Buick Skylark. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1971 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB9 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
