2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | DBS | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
