2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 333 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| 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 | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
