1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 370 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Volare | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Plymouth | Aston Martin |
Model | Volare | DB9 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2746 mm |