2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | DB9 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
