2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1977 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Valiant 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 305 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1977 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB9 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
