2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 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 445 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | DB9 | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |