1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 271 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports. (800 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1999 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | Vantage | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 621 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2241 kg |
