2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1300 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 405 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1300. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zastava |
| Model | DB9 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
