2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
Model | DB9 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |