2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1974 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 357 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1974 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DBS | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
