1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cherry | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
