1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cordoba | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2741 mm |
