2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant 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 429 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB9 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
