1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 320 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Plymouth | Aston Martin |
Model | Valiant | DB9 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2746 mm |