2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess 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 325 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 290 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB9 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
