2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S 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 359 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | DB9 | 1200S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 53 L |