2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DBS | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
