2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 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 348 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 794 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
