2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1968 Fiat 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB9 | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 22 L |