2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1955 Austin A 90
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,934 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 359 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1955 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB9 | A 90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |