2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 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 402 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
| Model | DB9 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 43 L |
