1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 360 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Biscayne | DB9 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |