2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
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 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 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 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB9 | El Camino |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |