2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin DB9.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
Model | DB9 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |