1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 332 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Valiant | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
