1983 Ford GT vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT 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 340 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford GT | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | GT | DB9 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2746 mm |