2000 Porsche RGT vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche RGT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche RGT 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) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Porsche RGT. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche RGT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT. 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 DBS (569 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche RGT | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | RGT | DBS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2741 mm |
