2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900. 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 35 L |
