1982 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar 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 377 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Reliant Scimitar | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Reliant | Aston Martin |
Model | Scimitar | DBS |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |