1993 Buick Century vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2013 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 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Century, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Century | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
| Model | Century | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2989 mm |
