2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx 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 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | DB9 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
