2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1961 Austin A 55
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1961 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB9 | A 55 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |