1977 Seat 133 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 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 133 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 476 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1977 Seat 133. 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 DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Seat 133 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
Model | 133 | DBS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2741 mm |