2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 386 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB9 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
