2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 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 426 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB9 | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1960 mm |