2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1957 Buick 40. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1957 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB9 | 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |
