1972 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Avanti Avanti 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 241 more horse power than 1972 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 Avanti Avanti. 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.
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1972 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Avanti | Aston Martin |
Model | Avanti | DB9 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2746 mm |