2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 256 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Aston Martin | Avanti |
Model | DB9 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
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 | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 95 L |