2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett 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 466 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB9 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
