2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
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 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac 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 388 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 569 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB9 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |