2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 314 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | DB9 | Firenza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
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 | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |