2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
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 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet 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 385 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet.
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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB9 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
