2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55.
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 DBS (571 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DBS | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
