1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | 500 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |