2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 BMW 2002
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1972 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 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 | 46 L |
