1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mono 1000 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
