1966 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang. 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) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mustang | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
