2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 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) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (353 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 357 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. 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) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (536 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2990 mm |
