2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 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 390 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600.
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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
| Model | DBS | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
