1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 500 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
