2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1957 Isuzu Minx. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | DB9 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
