2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | DB9 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
