2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba 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 297 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. 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 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB9 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2930 mm |
