2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1954 Fiat 1900

To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Aston Martin DB9 1954 Fiat 1900
Make Aston Martin Fiat
Model DB9 1900
Year Released 2009 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5933 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 510 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3700 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 35 L


 

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