1977 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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 DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Estate | DBS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |