1978 BMW M1 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 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 197 more horse power than 1978 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 BMW M1. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW M1 | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | M1 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 80 L |