2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1960 MG MGA
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 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA 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 338 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB9 | MGA |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |