2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
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 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 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 376 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zastava |
| Model | DB9 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
