2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
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 DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DBS | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |