2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget 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 386 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1965 MG Midget. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1965 MG Midget | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB9 | Midget |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 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 | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |