2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Jarama 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) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. 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) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (392 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1970 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB9 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| 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 | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
