2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen 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 368 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | DB9 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |
