1977 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD 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 174 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | LTD | DB9 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2746 mm |