1996 Subaru Justy vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 815 kg more than 1996 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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 V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Justy | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
| Model | Justy | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2601 mm |
