2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1964 Austin A 99
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 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 403 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1964 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DBS | A 99 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 34 L |