1998 Daihatsu Mira 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 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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 454 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 909 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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 DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mira | DBS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
