2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Punto | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
