1986 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal 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 275 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Regal. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Regal. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
| Model | Regal | DBS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
