2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | DB9 | 70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3230 mm |