2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1980 Zastava 132
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 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 132 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 404 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1980 Zastava 132. 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 132. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zastava |
| Model | DB9 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
