2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura 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 9 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. (435 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | DB9 | Miura |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 93 L |