2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant 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 309 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB9 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
