1973 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring 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 385 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | Touring | DB9 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2746 mm |