2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1979 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6.
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 (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1979 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Reliant |
| Model | DBS | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
