1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 920 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Eagle | Aston Martin |
| Model | Summit | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |
