1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Vega | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
