2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,934 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 351 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB9 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
