2002 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora

To start off, both 2002 Aston Martin V12 and 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2002 Aston Martin V12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Aston Martin V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Aston Martin V12 (556 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2002 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2002 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Aston Martin V12 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
Make Aston Martin Oldsmobile
Model V12 Aurora
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 247 HP
Torque 556 Nm 353 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2860 mm