2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
