2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1971 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark 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 360 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1971 Buick Skylark. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1971 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB9 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| 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 | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
