1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 670 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Aston Martin |
| Model | Galant | DBS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
