1972 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 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 120 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40. 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 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | GT 40 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
