2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate 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 291 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1977 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB9 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
