2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1955 Buick 40
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 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 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 269 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40.
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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DBS | 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 5277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
