2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 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 346 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB9 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
