2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1962 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Grand Break 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 414 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Grand Break.
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 @ 5750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1962 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DBS | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |
