2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1959 Bristol 406
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406. 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1959 Bristol 406 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
Model | DB9 | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.6 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 | 1760 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 81 L |