1952 Austin A vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
| Model | A | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
