2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V12 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
