1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP) has 457 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 885 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1200 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 78 L |
