2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 75 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB9 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
