2012 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Aston Martin DB9 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB9 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4709 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2590 mm |