2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin V12 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 137 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (323 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2012 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V12 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 376 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |