2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta 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 377 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. 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 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB9 | Manta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |