2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | DB9 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |