2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 377 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 881 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | DB9 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
