1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 319 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | 993 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
