2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort 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 399 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1978 Ford Escort | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB9 | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |