2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1958 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | DB9 | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
