2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 398 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB9 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |
