2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 447 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB9 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
