1998 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Reliant Scimitar | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Reliant | Aston Martin |
Model | Scimitar | Rapide |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2990 mm |