2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
| Model | DB9 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
