2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 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 394 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB9 | S600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 35 L |