2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DBS | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
