2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1984 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC 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 287 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1984 Bitter SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
Model | DB9 | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |