2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette 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) has 250 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB9 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 91 L |
