1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Mirada 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Dodge Mirada. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Mirada | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
Model | Mirada | DBS |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2741 mm |