1974 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Granada | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
