1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 2012 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | Project Vantage | DBS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 569 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |