2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT
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 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT 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 340 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fairthorpe |
| Model | DB9 | TX-GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 44 L |
