1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Isuzu | Aston Martin |
Model | Minx | DB9 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2741 mm |