1982 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Estate | DBS |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |