2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1971 Austin 3
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 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 321 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1971 Austin 3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB9 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
