2003 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Aceca | DBS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |