2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1966 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina 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) has 461 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina.
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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Cortina. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1966 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DBS | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 36 L |
