1972 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1972 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Avanti Avanti. 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. 1972 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
Make | Avanti | Aston Martin |
Model | Avanti | V12 Vantage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2601 mm |