2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 801 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB9 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
