2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 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 365 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
