2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
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 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica 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 431 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | DB9 | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |