2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB9 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |