2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
